Deed of Conservation Easement South Florida Water Management Form

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Florida is a state with an environment like no other. Surrounded by water on three sides, Florida is dotted with marshes, rivers, lakes and sparkling springs Shining like jewels when seen from the air, these unique natural communities team with wildlife. These special qualities attract visitors and new residents to our state every day. As Florida's population increases, so does its development throughout the state. This increased development puts increased demands on our natural resources and has made it necessary to preserve areas to protect Florida's water resources. Wetlands are among those water resources. A wetland is an area that is saturated or soaked by ground surface water frequently or for prolonged periods of time. Wetlands serve many beneficial purposes including filtering pollutants from water, storing flood waters, and providing natural habitat for fish and wildlife. Most land development, including residential subdivisions, require permits from the St. Johns River Water